ZEN NOODLE BAR
8787 N 56 ST, Temple Terrace FL 33617 · 813-559-1026
Last inspected Mar 16, 2026 · 19 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 10 live roaches on wall in dry storage, Observed 5 live roaches on boxes in dry storage Observed 8 live roaches on prep table Observed 1 live roach in cook line wok station
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024021657 | Apr 3, 2024 | Aug 20, 2024 | $400 |
| 3--2023069219 | Nov 3, 2023 | May 17, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
19 visits, newest first
Mar 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed establishment open and operating with expired license. License expired on 02/01/26.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Observed 1 package of raw tuna already thawed out in its packaging even though the directions state to remove before thawing. Stop sale issued.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed the establishment holding sushi rice with time with no paperwork on file, provided a copy of paperwork.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 1 package of raw tuna already thawed out in its packaging even though the directions state to remove before thawing. Stop sale issued.
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Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wet wiping clothes being stored on the prep tables in between uses.
Oct 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on prep tables and flip top unit.
Food stored on floor in the walk in cooler. Manager placed on storage rack.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the shelves in the walk in cooler being soiled with food debris.
Apr 4, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on 02/01/25.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Manager failed to provide proof of training for any employees.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the flip top units and prep tables.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed the handle to the scoop touching the products in the sugar and salt containers.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wet wiping clothes in use being stored on the table after each use.
Jan 13, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed a stained cutting board on the reach in unit in the front of house area.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge stated that the owner contacted him and let him know that the currently manager's certification is expired. No physical proof of any form of training in the establishment.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ No CFM present with 5 employees present.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Person in charge failed to provide proof of any valid training.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed a wet wiping cloth being used and then stored on the prep table on the cook line reach in unit.
Jan 3, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate11 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed a garbage bag being used to line the container of cornstarch in the dry storage area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed a stained cutting board on the reach in unit in the front of house area.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the handwashing sink near the dish machine being inaccessible. Manager stated that it is not currently working.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge stated that the owner contacted him and let him know that the currently manager's certification is expired. No physical proof of any form of training in the establishment.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ No CFM present with 5 employees present.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Person in charge failed to provide proof of any valid training.
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a black-mold like mold in the upper interior of the ice machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls with no handle being used as scoops in the dried rice and cornstarch bind.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the cook line, front line and prep tables in the prep area.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed an employee drinking from a glass with no lid or straw. Observed open employee food and drinks on the kitchen prep table.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet stacked containers on the dish drying rack.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed three pairs of tongs being stored on the oven door.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the spoons used for the rice in standing water temping at 72F.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the shelves in the walk in cooler being soiled with food debris. Observed soiled gaskets on the reach in freezers in the prep area of kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed a wet wiping cloth being used and then stored on the prep table on the cook line reach in unit.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a container of cornstarch with no labeling.
Aug 16, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Van Nugyen manager/owner.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Currently manager with no food manager training, 1 cook and 2 servers working
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Only had one certificate available, 1 cook and 2 servers with not training that were employed previous inspection
Jun 18, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Van Nugyen manager/owner.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Currently manager with no food manager training, 1 cook and 2 servers working
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Only had one certificate available, 1 cook and 2 servers with not training that were employed previous inspection
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed to manager
Jun 17, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority7 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on upper left corner of expo window 1 live roachon wall by back door 1 live roach under shelf in dish area. Manager eradicated all and cleaned and sanitized areas.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink by dish area not working. Manager got cold turned on but faucets were broken and only way to turn on and off is the valves under the sink
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Van Nugyen manager/owner.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Currently manager with no food manager training, 1 cook and 2 servers working
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Only had one certificate available, 1 cook and 2 servers with not training that were employed previous inspection
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked shrimp and cooked chicken in walk in cooler not dated
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided at employee handwash sink. By dish area
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed to manager
Apr 8, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Apr 6, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on condenser pan on make line 12 live roaches under expo window shelf 1 live roach behind hand sink at expo window 19 live roaches on electrical outlets in wheel on makeline cooler
No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Apr 5, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on condenser pan on make line 12 live roaches under expo window shelf 1 live roach behind hand sink at expo window 19 live roaches on electrical outlets in wheel on makeline cooler
No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Apr 3, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 5 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on condenser pan on make line 12 live roaches under expo window shelf 1 live roach behind hand sink at expo window 19 live roaches on electrical outlets in wheel on makeline cooler
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Currently 2 servers, 3 cooks working on site
No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Dead roaches on premises. 6 dead roaches on floor by reach in freezer
Jan 9, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 8, 2023Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Danny Nguyen, Van Nguyen
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Observed multiple holes in walls from plumbing and electrical work.
Nov 7, 2023Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 10 live roaches on wall in dry storage, Observed 5 live roaches on boxes in dry storage Observed 8 live roaches on prep table Observed 1 live roach in cook line wok station
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Danny Nguyen, Van Nguyen
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Observed multiple holes in walls from plumbing and electrical work.
Nov 7, 2023■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 10 live roaches on wall in dry storage, Observed 5 live roaches on boxes in dry storage Observed 8 live roaches on prep table Observed 1 live roach in cook line wok station
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Danny Nguyen, Van Nguyen
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Observed multiple holes in walls from plumbing and electrical work.
Nov 6, 2023■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 10 live roaches on wall in dry storage, Observed 5 live roaches on boxes in dry storage Observed 8 live roaches on prep table Observed 1 live roach in cook line wok station
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Danny Nguyen, Van Nguyen
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Observed multiple holes in walls from plumbing and electrical work.
Nov 6, 2023■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 10 live roaches on wall in dry storage, Observed 5 live roaches on boxes in dry storage Observed 8 live roaches on prep table Observed 1 live roach in cook line wok station
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of bug spray next to oil on cook line. Manager removed
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink by dish blocked by cart. Manager removed
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Danny Nguyen, Van Nguyen
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observeddebris under dish equipmentand equipment on cook line
Observed multiple holes in walls from plumbing and electrical work.
Nov 3, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 10 live roaches on wall in dry storage, Observed 5 live roaches on boxes in dry storage Observed 8 live roaches on prep table Observed 1 live roach in cook line wok station
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of bug spray next to oil on cook line. Manager removed
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink by dish blocked by cart. Manager removed
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Danny Nguyen, Van Nguyen
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observeddebris under dish equipmentand equipment on cook line
Observed multiple holes in walls from plumbing and electrical work.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.